Mirror frame 1738 - 1750

This "Mirror Frame" is a set of ornate silver and gold-plated toiletry items attributed to Johann Valentin Gevers, a German silversmith known for his intricate Rococo style. The collection, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was crafted between 1738 and 1750, a time when Rococo was at its height. The set includes a mirror, candlesticks, boxes, trays, and other accessories, all adorned with delicate floral motifs and swirling lines, typical of the Rococo style. This set reflects the growing emphasis on personal hygiene and the desire for elegance and refinement that characterized the era.